Whistler Living

Nestled in the heart of the Coast Mountains of British Columbia, Whistler is located 120 km (75 miles) north of Vancouver. Famous for its vast terrain, animated village life and west-coast friendliness, Canada's foremost four-season resort is considered one of the premier mountain destinations in the world.

Consistently rated among North America's best, Whistler Blackcomb's reputation is irrefutably well-earned - 5,280 vertical feet, 8,171 acres of skiable terrain, 12 alpine bowls, three glaciers and more than 200 marked trails accessed by 38 state-of-the-art lifts.

This world-class playground is the site of the alpine and nordic venues for the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games.

Whistler enjoys the longest winter season in North America along with summer glacier skiing and riding. There are plenty of other activities year round to entice the visitor, including hiking, biking, fishing, swimming and golf, along with fine dining and shopping in award-winning Whistler Village. Whistler's range of accommodation and conference facilities make it an ideal choice for meeting planners spring through fall. Whether it's action and activity or quiet moments in nature's beauty, Whistler has it all.

Many visitors are surprised to find that Whistler is a lively mountain community of 9,500 permanent residents. The sense of community is very strong here in Whistler, with a passionate commitment to protecting the natural mountain environment surrounding us and moving to become a sustainable resort community. In addition to permanent residents, Whistler is a part-time home to approximately 11,500 second-home owners from around the world and 2,300 seasonal residents.

Take the time to explore the resort. For more detailed information please visit www.whistlerblackcomb.com.